Electrical Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Requisition ID:
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45697
Job Location(s):
Loves Park, IL, US
Employment Type:
Full Time
Segment:
Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Seg
Job Function:
R&D, Technology and Engineering
Work Location Type:
On-site
The Impact You'll Make
Join Danfoss Drives as an Electrical Engineering Intern and become an integral part of our power electronics department. You'll contribute to active product development, working on real projects that directly impact our ongoing activities. This isn't just an internship; it's an opportunity to apply your knowledge, collaborate with experienced professionals, and see your ideas come to life.
Your work will directly support the advancement of our products, helping us drive innovation in power electronics. By the end of your internship, you'll have a tangible contribution to showcase, along with invaluable experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
Contribute to an active product development project, completing a package of work that directly impacts our ongoing activities.
Collaborate with team members to understand the background, testing, analysis, and conclusions of your work assignment.
Document your design process, calculations, test data, and results in a detailed report or design journal.
Present your accomplishments to the department at the end of your internship, showcasing your contributions and learnings.
Participate in department meetings and activities, providing general support to other projects as needed.
What We're Looking For
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering.
Coursework or focus on Power Engineering or Power Electronics is a plus.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively share ideas in formal, informal, and brainstorming sessions.
Ability to manage your time effectively and work independently on tasks up to 40 hours per week.
Situational awareness for personal safety in a laboratory setting, with the ability to follow safety rules and protocols.
Proficiency in using computer tools for simulation, analysis, and modeling.
What You'll Get from Us
We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $22 to $25, commensurate with completed school year. Other benefits vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
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Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.